Director of Workforce Development

Director of Workforce Development is responsible for all workforce development initiatives, including programs, operations, administration, management, and evaluation. Salary Schedule: Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule C3 01 based on experience ($60,583 - $103,055). State tenure policy: This position is not on the tenure/non‑probationary track pursuant to Alabama Act 2024‑360 and ACCS Policy and Procedure 204.01. Responsibilities Generate revenue streams for the College through state and federal government, and private sector contracts for workforce training. Assist in developing, enhancing, and implementing strategic plans for the workforce development division. Work with state and local policy makers and economic developers to identify industry training needs and organize the sources to deliver the training sought by employers. Coordinate workforce development functions within the College and community to include: assessment, training and instruction; recruitment and placement; communications and public relations; strategic planning; employer relations; liaison activities with service providers; and coordination with workforce development agencies. Ensure ongoing programmatic excellence: oversee implementation of workforce programs, administration of program budgets, and recommend and manage timelines and resources needed to achieve program and organizational goals. Research, develop, and update vocational and employability curricula in accordance with best practices and evidence‑based models to ensure curricula is current, relevant, and effective. Identify funding opportunities and develop grant proposals to support the Workforce Development Department and the college. Develop systems to ensure consistent, high‑quality project management and evaluation to include measurement of results toward attainment of the College’s workforce development goals. Recruit, train, develop, coach, and retain high‑performance team members, empowering them to elevate to target levels of responsibility and performance. Assist faculty in identifying existing curricula that might be modularized for non‑credit offerings. Provide leadership on all employer engagement and outreach activities for successful placement and retention. Cultivate existing relationships and develop new relationships with current and prospective employers. Manage relationships with current partner organizations, as well as establish new relationships to ensure effective collaboration and delivery of high quality and comprehensive program services. Participate on various statewide workforce development committees. Follow trends in workforce and economic development, and local job markets to design and implement relevant training opportunities. Research and apply best practices to workforce development programs. Retain and submit documentation as requested to support accreditation efforts. Work collaboratively with Cabinet members to integrate cross program activities and functions. Work with management team to identify and pursue resources to support workforce programs including government and nongovernment grant opportunities, public‑private partnerships, etc. Support fundraising activities to promote the sustainability of programs and services. Supervise assigned staff. Other duties as assigned by the Dean and Associate Dean of Career Technical Education & Workforce Development. Working Hours Will be expected to work a flexible schedule which may include day, evening, night, and weekend hours. Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution. Minimum of three (3) years of full‑time experience in Workforce and Economic Development, Postsecondary Career Technical Education, Postsecondary Health Science Education, Corporate Training, or closely related field. Minimum of two (2) years of full‑time leadership experience directly supervising employees. Demonstrated success in developing and implementing instructional programs for adult learners. Demonstrated experience in developing and managing organizational budgets. Preferred Education, Standards, and Training Minimum of five (5) years of full‑time leadership experience directly supervising employees. Documented experience in securing competitive grants and managing grant funds. Demonstrated experience creating, updating, and maintaining corporate SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures). Experience in instructional design for adult learning programs. Other Qualifications and Job Requirements Ability to represent the College in a professional manner at all times; customer service orientation. Ability to take initiative, handle multiple priorities, meet deadlines. Ability to work independently, prepare accurate reports, plan, organize, coordinate, and manage. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to apply computer skills in systems and software programs associated with the work. Ability to exercise a high degree of independent judgment, initiative, and effectively manage work‑related stress. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including day, evening, night, and weekend hours. Effective oral and written communication skills. Understanding of and commitment to the philosophy and mission of the College. Physical Requirements General office environment with the ability to sit and navigate multi‑campuses for prolonged periods. Ability to travel independently; ability to traverse campuses. EEOC, E‑VERIFY, and Background Check Statements Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request. In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑verify). #J-18808-Ljbffr